The Peruvian Under-20 team won a bronze medal after 32 years: a resounding victory against Chile at the Santa Fe 2026 South American Games

The Peru under-20 men's national football team secured the bronze medal at the South American Games Santa Fe 2026 by defeating Chile with a score of 2-1 in Argentina. This victory marks Peru's return to the podium in the tournament after a 32-year absence, successfully concluding their campaign in the competition.

The tournament matches took place on Argentine soil, where the Peruvian squad achieved what coverage termed a major triumph against their regional competitor to claim third place overall.